Gunmen attacked a concert hall in Moscow, killing at least 115 people, injuring more than 100, and setting fire to the venue. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attack, and US intelligence agencies had shared information about the group's plans with Russian officials.
The attack, which occurred after President Putin's electoral landslide, is being investigated as terrorism. The concert hall was hosting a performance by the Russian rock band Picnic. Videos showed men with assault rifles shooting at people, and some reports suggest the attackers fled before authorities arrived. At least 11 suspects have been arrested in connection with the attack.
In Ukraine, Russia conducted a significant attack on Ukraine's electric sector, claiming it was retaliation for strikes inside Russia. The strikes involved over 60 drones and 90 missiles, causing widespread damage and power outages.
The strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure were the largest since the war began. The Dnipro hydroelectric power plant sustained significant damage, causing power outages and posing a risk to the nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia.
Below are all 48 event summaries for our reports that we've mapped over the last day. Geopolitical Report Pro subscribers can view complete reports and maps at the links under each summary.
Terrorism Events Mapped Over the Past Day
Afghanistan
Gunmen kill Taliban judge and his daughter in Ghor Province
Unknown gunmen shot and killed a Taliban judge and his daughter in the city of Firozkoh (Chagcharan), Ghor Province, early Friday morning. The judge's son was wounded in the attack. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. This event took place on 03/22/2024.
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Democratic Republic of Congo
Bomb blast injures four children in Minova
On Wednesday, a bomb blast seriously injured four children in the town of Minova. The incident highlights the spillover of the conflict into South Kivu province. Over 95,000 people, including 50% children, were newly displaced and arrived in Minova in February due to the expanding conflict in North Kivu. This event took place on 03/22/2024.
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Iraq
Four Terrorists Neutralized in Iraq
Turkish security forces have ""neutralized"" four terrorists in Iraq's Qandil region. The term ""neutralize"" implies that the terrorists were either killed, captured, or surrendered. The PKK, a terrorist organization, often hides in northern Iraq to plan attacks on Turkey. This event took place on 03/22/2024.
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Niger
Terrorists kill 23 soldiers, wound 17 others in Niger
Niger confirmed that 23 soldiers were killed and 17 others were wounded when at least 100 terrorists ambushed their unit in Tillaberi, near the borders with Burkina Faso and Mali, between Tuesday and Wednesday. The attack involved explosive devices and suicide vehicles. This event took place on 03/22/2024.
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Nigeria
Terrorists kill 21 people in Niger State
Terrorists attacked the Madaka market in Niger State on Thursday, killing at least 21 people, including the village head. At least 50 homes and businesses were burned during the raid. This event took place on 03/22/2024.
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Terrorists kill six people in Katsina State
On Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, terrorists attacked the village of Shekawa in the Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing six people and injuring many others. The terrorists also razed houses during the raid. This event took place on 03/22/2024.
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